Allen & Heath SQ6+ 48-Channel Digital Mixer

Description:

The Allen & Heath SQ6+ is a powerful 48-channel digital mixer designed for professional live sound, touring, broadcast, installations, events, recording, and monitor mixing. Featuring a 96kHz XCVI processing core, 25 motorized faders, a 9-inch touchscreen, and advanced RackUltra FX, the SQ6+ provides extensive hands-on control and professional audio processing in a compact digital mixing console.

With 25 motorized 100mm faders, 16 assignable SoftKeys, and 4 assignable SoftRotaries, the SQ6+ gives engineers flexible physical control for larger and more complex productions. Its responsive 9-inch touchscreen and configurable channel-strip layout make it easy to organize inputs, mixes, effects, and other essential controls.

Powerful 96kHz XCVI Processing

At the heart of the SQ6+ is Allen & Heath's 96kHz XCVI processing core, providing high-resolution audio processing with ultra-low latency for demanding professional applications.

Each input channel includes high-pass filtering, gate or expander, parametric EQ, compressor, channel delay, and fully patchable insert points. Mix channels also provide graphic EQ, parametric EQ, compressor, and channel delay.

DEEP Processing and RackUltra FX

The SQ6+ is DEEP Processing ready, allowing compatible processing models to run directly within the mixer without adding latency.

The mixer includes 8 RackExtra FX engines with dedicated stereo returns and 4 RackUltra FX engines with dedicated stereo sends and returns. RackUltra FX provides access to premium effects including reverbs, vocal tuning, pitch processing, distortion, and saturation.

25 Motorized Faders and 9-Inch Touchscreen

The SQ6+ features 25 motorized 100mm faders across six customizable channel-strip layers. Channels and mixes can be assigned to different fader strips, allowing engineers to create a workflow tailored to each production.

A responsive 9-inch capacitive touchscreen provides access to routing, processing, setup, metering, and other mixer functions through Allen & Heath's modern dark GUI.

32×32 USB Audio Interface

The built-in USB-B audio interface provides 32×32 multichannel audio at both 96kHz and 48kHz, making the SQ6+ suitable for multitrack recording, playback, streaming, and virtual soundcheck applications.

The SQ6+ also includes SQ-Drive for direct USB recording and playback without requiring a computer or DAW.

Flexible Connectivity and Expansion

The SQ6+ includes a 128×128 Intelligent SLink port for connecting Allen & Heath Everything I/O expanders, stage boxes, and compatible Allen & Heath consoles.

An additional I/O expansion port supports optional networking cards including SLink, Dante, Waves, and MADI, providing flexible connectivity for professional live sound, broadcast, installation, and audio-networking systems.

Allen & Heath SQ6+ Key Features

• 48 input processing channels
• 44-bus architecture
• 96kHz XCVI processing core
• 25 × 100mm motorized faders
• 9-inch capacitive touchscreen
• 16 assignable SoftKeys
• 4 assignable SoftRotaries
• 8 RackExtra FX engines
• 4 RackUltra FX engines
• DEEP Processing ready
• 12 stereo Aux/Group mixes + LR
• 6 mono/linkable Matrix mixes
• 128×128 Intelligent SLink port
• Optional Dante, Waves, MADI and SLink expansion
• 32×32 USB audio interface
• USB recording and playback
• 24 XLR mic/line inputs
• 14 XLR outputs
• AES3 stereo digital output
• Stereo headphone output
• Remote control through compatible Allen & Heath apps

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Frequently Asked Questions About the Allen & Heath SQ6+

What is the Allen & Heath SQ6+?

The Allen & Heath SQ6+ is a professional 48-channel digital mixer designed for live sound, touring, recording, broadcast, installations, events, and monitor mixing. It features 25 motorized faders, a 9-inch touchscreen, 96kHz XCVI processing, DEEP Processing, and advanced RackUltra FX.

How many channels and faders does the Allen & Heath SQ6+ have?

The SQ6+ provides 48 input processing channels and features 25 100mm motorized faders across six customizable channel-strip layers. It also has a 44-bus architecture for flexible routing and mixing.

What are the main features of the Allen & Heath SQ6+?

Key features include 48 input channels, 25 motorized faders, a 9-inch touchscreen, 96kHz XCVI processing, 16 assignable SoftKeys, 4 SoftRotaries, 8 RackExtra FX engines, 4 RackUltra FX engines, DEEP Processing support, and a 32×32 USB audio interface.

Does the Allen & Heath SQ6+ support USB recording?

Yes. The SQ6+ includes a 32×32 USB audio interface supporting 96kHz and 48kHz operation. It also features SQ-Drive for direct USB recording and playback, making it suitable for multitrack recording, streaming, playback, and virtual soundcheck.

Does the Allen & Heath SQ6+ support Dante?

Yes. Dante connectivity is available through an optional expansion card. The SQ6+ also supports optional Waves, MADI, and SLink networking options.

Is the Allen & Heath SQ6+ suitable for live sound?

Yes. The SQ6+ is designed for professional live sound and is suitable for FOH and monitor mixing, touring productions, theaters, corporate events, broadcast, houses of worship, and permanent installations.